The fastest candied pumpkin and apples
16 servings
120 minutes
The fastest candied pumpkin and apple is a simple yet exquisite dessert with the rich taste and aroma of autumn. Russian cuisine has long been known for its ability to turn accessible ingredients into true culinary masterpieces, and this recipe is a vivid confirmation of that. Bright pieces of pumpkin soaked in sweet syrup reveal their honey flavor, while apples add a gentle tartness. A light hint of cinnamon makes the treat even cozier. These candied fruits are quick to prepare, and their texture—soft inside and slightly crispy outside—is perfect for enjoying with a cup of fragrant tea. They can be served as an independent dessert, used to decorate pastries, or added to morning porridge. This recipe is an ideal way to preserve the taste of fruits for a long time while enjoying them even on winter evenings.
1
Prepare all the ingredients.
2
Peel the pumpkin from the skin and seeds.
- Pumpkin: 1 kg
3
Cut the pumpkin into wedges, then into thin slices 5–7 mm thick.
- Pumpkin: 1 kg
4
Remove seeds from apples, slice them thinly, and drizzle with lemon juice.
- Apple: 3 pieces
- Lemon: 0.5 piece
5
Boil syrup from 200 ml of water and 400 grams of sugar.
- Water: 200 ml
- Sugar: 400 g
6
Dip the pieces of pumpkin and apple in syrup, and pour in the remaining lemon juice (you will need to cook in several batches since there is little syrup).
- Pumpkin: 1 kg
- Apple: 3 pieces
- Lemon: 0.5 piece
7
Cook on low heat until soft, about 10 minutes.
8
Line a baking tray with parchment paper and arrange the pumpkin and apples in a single layer.
9
Send to a preheated oven at 130 degrees for 1 hour.
10
Cool down and sprinkle with mixed powdered sugar and cinnamon.
- Ground cinnamon: to taste
- Fine white sugar: to taste
11
Serve with tea.